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France Weather

La Belle France - The Beautiful Country

Get accurate weather forecasts for every city, town, and region across France. From the romantic streets of Paris to the sunny beaches of the French Riviera, the snow-capped Alps to the vineyards of Bordeaux, track conditions with real-time updates and extended forecasts.

847+

Locations

1,800+

Sunshine Hours/Year

10-15°C

Avg Temperature

500-1100mm

Annual Rainfall

Major Cities Weather

Live weather conditions for France's largest cities

Weather by Region

France's diverse climate varies from Mediterranean south to oceanic north

Ile-de-France
Home to Paris, the capital. Features a temperate oceanic climate with mild winters and warm summers. The heart of French culture and history.
12°C avg640mm/yearOceanic temperate
ParisVersaillesFontainebleauSaint-DenisBoulogne-Billancourt
Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur
The famous French Riviera with Mediterranean climate. Hot, dry summers and mild winters. Known for lavender fields and stunning coastline.
15°C avg515mm/yearMediterranean
MarseilleNiceCannesAvignonAix-en-Provence
Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
Home to Lyon and the French Alps. Continental climate with cold, snowy winters in the mountains and warm summers in the valleys.
11°C avg830mm/yearContinental/Alpine
LyonGrenobleAnnecyChamonixChambery
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
The Bordeaux wine region. Oceanic climate with mild, wet winters and warm summers. Famous for vineyards and Atlantic beaches.
13°C avg900mm/yearOceanic
BordeauxBiarritzLa RochellePoitiersLimoges
Occitanie
Southern France including Toulouse. Mediterranean influences in the east, Atlantic in the west. Rich history and diverse landscapes.
14°C avg650mm/yearMediterranean/Oceanic
ToulouseMontpellierNimesPerpignanCarcassonne
Normandy
Northern coastal region famous for D-Day beaches and Mont Saint-Michel. Maritime climate with cool summers and mild winters.
11°C avg850mm/yearOceanic maritime
RouenLe HavreCaenDeauvilleMont-Saint-Michel
Brittany
The Celtic corner of France with rugged coastline. Oceanic climate with mild temperatures year-round but frequent rain.
12°C avg1,100mm/yearOceanic
RennesBrestSaint-MaloVannesQuimper
Grand Est
Eastern France bordering Germany. Continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Home to Strasbourg and Champagne region.
10°C avg630mm/yearContinental
StrasbourgReimsMetzNancyColmar
Hauts-de-France
Northern France including Lille. Oceanic climate with cool temperatures and regular rainfall. Close to Belgium and UK.
10°C avg700mm/yearOceanic
LilleAmiensCalaisDunkirkArras
Pays de la Loire
The Loire Valley, famous for chateaux. Mild oceanic climate perfect for wine production. Known as the "Garden of France".
12°C avg690mm/yearOceanic
NantesToursLe MansAngersOrleans

Scenic Destinations Weather

Weather forecasts for France's most iconic tourist destinations

Mont Saint-Michel

Island Abbey

Chamonix

Alpine Resort

Saint-Tropez

Riviera Beach

Annecy

Lake Town

Avignon

Historic City

Carcassonne

Medieval Fortress

Colmar

Alsace Village

Aix-en-Provence

Provence

Biarritz

Atlantic Beach

Saint-Malo

Walled City

Versailles

Royal Palace

Deauville

Coastal Resort

All France Locations

Complete list of 847+ cities, towns, and villages with weather forecasts

Northern & Central France

ParisParis 1st ArrondissementParis 2nd ArrondissementParis 3rd ArrondissementParis 4th ArrondissementParis 5th ArrondissementParis 6th ArrondissementParis 7th ArrondissementParis 8th ArrondissementParis 9th ArrondissementParis 10th ArrondissementParis 11th ArrondissementParis 12th ArrondissementParis 13th ArrondissementParis 14th ArrondissementParis 15th ArrondissementParis 16th ArrondissementParis 17th ArrondissementParis 18th ArrondissementParis 19th ArrondissementParis 20th ArrondissementVersaillesFontainebleauDisneyland ParisRennesBrestNantesRouenLe HavreCaenOrleansToursChartresLilleAmiensCalaisLe Touquet-Paris-PlageStrasbourgReimsMetzNancyMontagne de ReimsDijonBesancon

Southern France & Mediterranean

MarseilleNiceToulonAix-en-ProvenceAvignonCannesAntibesArlesMonacoSaint-TropezSaint-Paul-de-VenceNimesLyonLyon 1st ArrondissementLyon 2nd ArrondissementLyon 3rd ArrondissementGrenobleAnnecyChamonixChamonix-Mont-BlancAix-les-BainsToulouseMontpellierPerpignanCarcassonneBordeauxLa RochellePauBiarritzPauillacMorlaixCarhaix-PlouguerRoubaixSaint-Paul
France Climate Guide

Seasons

  • Spring: March - May (10-18°C)
  • Summer: June - August (20-30°C)
  • Autumn: September - November (10-18°C)
  • Winter: December - February (2-8°C)

Regional Climate Highlights

  • French Riviera: Mediterranean, 300+ sunny days
  • Brittany: Oceanic, mild but rainy
  • French Alps: Alpine, heavy winter snow
  • Paris Region: Temperate, four distinct seasons

Best Time to Visit: Late spring (May-June) and early autumn (September-October) offer the most pleasant weather across France, with warm temperatures and fewer tourists.

About France Weather

France enjoys a diverse climate thanks to its geographical position between the Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, and the continental European landmass.

The northern regions experience an oceanic climate with mild temperatures and regular rainfall throughout the year. Paris and the Ile-de-France region see four distinct seasons, with warm summers averaging 20-25°C and cool winters around 5°C.

The south of France, particularly the French Riviera and Provence, enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. This region receives over 300 days of sunshine per year, making it a popular tourist destination.

The French Alps experience an alpine climate with cold, snowy winters perfect for skiing and warm summers ideal for hiking. Mountain towns like Chamonix can receive several meters of snow during winter months.

Whether you're planning a romantic trip to Paris, a wine tour in Bordeaux, skiing in the Alps, or sunbathing on the Cote d'Azur, our comprehensive weather forecasts help you prepare for conditions across all of France.